2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Odyssey | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 34 L |
